Did my nasal valve collapse? 1 year post op, considering a revision (photos)

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Hi, I’m looking for some help. I got a rhinoplasty done about a year ago and as time has passed the end result looks very asymmetrical at the nostrils and the tip. I have never had this issue before the nose job but I did have a boxy tip that my surgeon corrected for. After research, it looks similar to nasal valve collapse pics I am seeing online. Is this the case? I am seeing my surgeon in a month and considering a revision.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, you appear to have a drop of retraction of your left nostril margin. If this is the asymmetry that is bothering you, depending on your examination, microdroplet Silikon-1000 injections might be considered for lowering your left nostril and for improving upon nasal tip symmetry. I hope this is helpful. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You have a nice result. Basal valve collapse would result in breathing problems. If you don’t have breathing problems the nasal valve is not an issue

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